Meridian Police Department
Official Media Release
Reporting Period: Apr 17, 2026 – Apr 20, 2026
Response Activity
294 Calls for Service
Operational response window: April 17, 2026 (6:00 AM) to April 20, 2026 (6:00 AM).
Incident Reports
Shooting Investigations
Meridian Police responded to 12 shots fired calls. Evidence was found to support 2 of these calls.
At 6:34 PM on April 17, 2026, Officers responded to the 1700 block of 39th Avenue. One individual was struck by gunfire. The case is currently under investigation.
At 12:55 PM on April 18, 2026, Officers responded to the 4400 block of 35th Avenue. One individual and one structure were struck by gunfire. The case is currently under investigation.
Robbery
None reported
Comm. Burglary
None reported
Church Burglary
None reported
Stolen Vehicles
None reported
Auto Burglary
None reported
Residential
None reported
Arrest Summary
| Date | Inmate Details | Address | Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 |
JALONNIE J WALKER
Born: 2004
|
533 54TH AVE MERIDIAN, MS |
Domestic Violence
Simple Assault Threat Disorderly Conduct Resisting Arrest |
| 4/17/2026 |
JOANNA ALBERTSON
Born: 1975
|
HOMELESS | Willful Trespassing |



